London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
Displays a lightly time-worn, bright silver tonality throughout
Lid adorned with a decorative handle in the delightful form of a grapevine
Replete with a lock to fascia — untested, key absent
Case enhanced with fretwork panels offering views of the decanters within
Fascia engraved with a fruit motif, adding appealing decorative interest
Quality laurel wreath drop handles grace each side
Standing upon a superb quartet of lion mask feet with proud paw toes
Maker's initials to the base, likely for George Waterhouse & Co of Sheffield
Later trio of matched cut glass decanters, each of striking clarity
Each decanter dressed with a hallmarked silver collar
Faceted ball stoppers sit neatly within their respective collars
Decanters completed with classic starburst cuts to the bases
Ideal for the sideboard, drinks cabinet or study setting. Delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Tantalus Width: 30cm (11.75'')
Tantalus Depth: 14cm (5.5'')
Tantalus Height: 32cm (12.5'')
Decanter Width: 8cm (3.25'')
Decanter Depth: 8cm (3.25'')
Decanter Height: 24.5cm (9.75'')
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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Antique Tantalus, English, Silver Plated, Three Decanter Set, Edwardian, C.1910
